5 WWE Superstars that were once touted as the next Undertaker

#4. Current WWE producer Chris Park was once touted as the next Undertaker

Abyss in IMPACT Wrestling

In the mid-2000's, IMPACT Wrestling had their own version of The Undertaker wreaking havoc on their shows. Granted, Abyss has never performed in WWE, but the man behind the Abyss character is currently working behind-the-scenes in WWE as a producer.

For many years,TNA's resident "Monster" Abyss,circa-2006 pic.twitter.com/oph88kpJUO

— Rasslin' History 101 (@WrestlingIsKing) July 18, 2021

Known as 'The Monster', Abyss had all the attributes and scare factor for him to be considered the next Undertaker in WWE. In fact, Abyss was offered the opportunity to join WWE in 2006, and feud with The Undertaker. Abyss decided to stay loyal to IMPACT Wrestling, named TNA at the time, and continue his legacy there.

A match that would have been awesome!! #Abyss vs #TheDeadman #Undertaker How wiuld you book this match? Please comment below with your thoughts and RT appreciated. pic.twitter.com/Vktk0jnCse

— The Closed Fist (@TheClosedFist) March 28, 2020

Abyss was asked about the decision to remain with IMPACT in a media call leading up to his induction into the IMPACT Wrestling Hall of Fame:

"No. I'm not going to say I wish it would have happened. If it would have happened, obviously it would have been a career highlight, no doubt, but it wasn't in the cards. I chose to stay with TNA. TNA was and is my home. Impact is my home...This company gave me a home...They gave me the platform to show the wrestling world and the fans what I can do." (h/t Wrestling INC)

Had Abyss joined the ranks at WWE, he would most certainly have been a hit. The WWE Universe loves a character that isn't the norm, and Abyss was scary and petrifying enough to get you on the edge of your seat.